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CCI publishes detailed order approving merger of Reliance, Walt Disney's media assets

As part of seeking the regulator's approval, the parties have voluntarily agreed that they will not bundle TV ad slots for IPL, ICC and BCCI cricketing rights till the end of existing rights.

22 October 2024, 14:55 IST

CCI publishes detailed order approving merger of Reliance, Walt Disney's media assets

22 October 2024, 14:55 IST

Disney names James Gorman as new chairman, to announce next CEO in early 2026

Oct 21 - Walt Disney said on Monday it has named James Gorman as chairman of the board, effective Jan. 2, replacing Mark Parker, who is leaving the company after nine years. The company also

21 October 2024, 13:20 IST

Disney names James Gorman as new chairman, to announce next CEO in early 2026

21 October 2024, 13:20 IST

Milton’s blow to Disney proves ESG isn't ‘woke capitalism’

But as weather has turned more extreme, it’s no longer just a convenient scapegoat — it really is the problem. Look no further than the destruction wreaked by Hurricane Milton, which forced Walt Disney Co. to close its theme parks in Florida this week. It’s reportedly only the 10th time in a half century a hurricane has shut down Disney World.

12 October 2024, 10:22 IST

Milton’s blow to Disney proves ESG isn't ‘woke capitalism’

12 October 2024, 10:22 IST

Ahead of merger with Disney, Nita and Akash Ambani join Viacom18 board

The appointments came after the Star India merger, owned by Walt Disney and Viacom18, cleared regulatory clearances from the fair trade regulator CCI and NCLT.

26 September 2024, 11:00 IST

Ahead of merger with Disney, Nita and Akash Ambani join Viacom18 board

26 September 2024, 11:00 IST

Explained | What were India's antitrust concerns over Disney-Reliance deal?

Walt Disney Co and Reliance Industries won approval from the Competition Commission of India on Wednesday for an $8.5 billion merger of their Indian media assets after offering concessions relating to their grip on broadcasting rights for cricket.

29 August 2024, 05:04 IST

Explained | What were India's antitrust concerns over Disney-Reliance deal?

29 August 2024, 05:04 IST

Disney-Reliance media merger approved: Who are their top rivals?

The Rs 71,000 cr merger of Reliance and Walt Disney India media assets has been approved, clearing the way for India's largest entertainment business.

28 August 2024, 12:23 IST

Disney-Reliance media merger approved: Who are their top rivals?

28 August 2024, 12:23 IST

CCI clears $8.5 billion merger of Reliance's media assets with Walt Disney

The merger is subject to compliance of voluntary modifications.

28 August 2024, 11:18 IST

CCI clears $8.5 billion merger of Reliance's media assets with Walt Disney

28 August 2024, 11:18 IST

Reliance, Disney offer concessions to win antitrust nod for India media merger: Sources

After the Competition Commission of India (CCI) privately asked Reliance and Disney around 100 questions related to the merger, the companies have told the watchdog they are willing to sell some TV channels - fewer than 10 - to assuage concerns of market power and win an early approval, said the sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity.

13 August 2024, 12:33 IST

Reliance, Disney offer concessions to win antitrust nod for India media merger: Sources

13 August 2024, 12:33 IST

Walt Disney to cut jobs in television unit: Reports

The Mouse House will cut about 140 positions, around 2 per cent of staff at Disney Entertainment Television and about 13 per cent of jobs at NatGeo, which is among the worst hit units, the report added.

01 August 2024, 02:34 IST

Walt Disney to cut jobs in television unit: Reports

01 August 2024, 02:34 IST

Disney heiress says she is halting donations to Democrats until Biden drops out: Report

Biden has repeatedly said he will not step down, although since his performance in the first presidential debate he has faced growing calls to step down

05 July 2024, 01:27 IST

Disney heiress says she is halting donations to Democrats until Biden drops out: Report

05 July 2024, 01:27 IST